Social SecurityAdministration increased the maximum earnings subject to SS payroll tax for 2019.

The Supreme Court resumed session. For a look at employment cases on the docket this year (ADEA and arbitration), check outthis article from SHRM. Here’s a morein-depth articleabout the arguments set forth in the case over whether independent truck drivers must arbitrate workplace claims.

The7th Circuit Courtrejected an employer’s argument that “sexual horseplay” is not actionable harassment under Title VII. In essence, because the men engaged in horseplay with other men and excluded the women, the Court concluded that the harassment was based on the employee’s sex (albeit same sex as the harasser), finding in favor of the employee.

If you’re looking for an update on certain legislation, check outthis toolfrom SHRM that tracks important employment legislation both at state and federal level.